Phulera Dooj Significance:According to the Panchang, the holy festival of Phulera Dooj is being celebrated today in the year 2026. The festival of Phulera Dooj is a very auspicious occasion to seek the blessings of Lord Shri Krishna and Radha Rani. This day not only symbolizes the celebration of love, but is also recognized as ‘Abujh Muhurta’, in which the beginning of any new work is considered very auspicious.
According to the Hindu calendar, this festival is celebrated on the second day of Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month. It is believed that worship done with true heart on this day brings happiness, prosperity and peace in the family. This day marks the arrival of Holi, hence flowers and colors have a deep significance in its worship ritual.
Auspicious time and preparation for Phulera Dooj Puja
According to the calculations of the Panchang, Dwitiya Tithi will start on 18 February 2026 at 04:57 PM, while Dwitiya Tithi will end on 19 February 2026 at 03:58 PM. This year, the second day of Shukla Paksha of Phalgun month i.e. the auspicious time of Phulera Dooj is coming with very auspicious coincidences. This whole day is best for auspicious works, but morning time is considered best for worship. Before starting the puja, clean the temple of your home thoroughly and purify the idols of God with Ganga water.
On this day, it is very auspicious to dress Lord Shri Krishna and Radha Rani in yellow or colorful beautiful clothes. Decorate the temple with flowers, because the God seated among the flowers is going to shower his special blessings. This preparation done at the right time keeps your mind calm and helps in maintaining concentration during the puja.
Worship method and chanting of mantras
Start the puja by lighting a ghee lamp in front of God and take a pledge that you are celebrating this festival with love and devotion. First of all, garland Radha-Krishna with fresh flowers and offer gulal at their feet, which is an important part of the tradition of Braj. After this, while chanting ‘Om Namo Bhagwate Vasudevay’ or ‘Radhe-Krishna’, shower flowers on them.
Maintain spontaneity during the puja and meditate on his divine form only mentally. If possible, reciting Vishnu Sahasranama on this day is also considered very effective to remove negativity from the house and maintain a pleasant environment. This puja done with devotion has the power to reduce the obstacles in your life.
Thakur ji’s special indulgence and precautions
It is considered very important to offer God his favorite things on Phulera Dooj. On this day, one should especially offer butter-mishri, kheer and white sweets, which symbolize sweetness and coolness of mind. Apart from this, Panchamrit and fresh fruits are also considered very auspicious. Keep in mind that basil leaves must be kept in the offering.
During the puja, take special care not to be hasty or angry in any way, because this festival is completely based on love and simplicity. In the evening, light a lamp at the main entrance of the house and distribute Prasad to everyone. By following these simple rules, you can bring happiness in your home this Phulera Dooj.
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